The Ohio State Highway Patrol reports nearly 20 people were killed in crashes during the 5 day Christmas holiday period. According to OSHP, 17 people were killed in 14 crashes on Ohio roadways. Of the 17 people killed, 4 were not wearing seat belts, 3 involved pedestrians, and 2 were related to OVI. During the period, troopers arrested 231 people for operating a motor vehicle while impaired and 35 for illegal drugs. They also issued citations for 288 seat belt and 146 distracted driving violations.
!7 killed in Ohio in crashes during the holiday period
Dec 31, 2025 | 7:15 AM